Julie Ma

(South Korea)

Professor of Missions and Intercultural Studies,
Oral Roberts University

Julie Ma

About The Speaker

Julie Ma holds a PhD in mission studies from the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies (OCMS) and an MA in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. She spent 10 years as a missionary professor at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary in the Philippines, followed by another 10 years as a research tutor at OCMS. Her research interests include power evangelism and ministry among Pentecostal women.

Dr Julie is presently a professor at Oral Roberts University, where she specialises in intercultural studies and missions. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she is a passionate advocate for mission work, particularly in the areas of church planting, Pentecostal spirituality, and the role of the Holy Spirit in mission, particularly among tribal groups in the mountains of the Philippines.

Dr Julie has authored and co-edited numerous books, including Mission Possible: Biblical Strategy for the Lost (2016), and received the Award of Excellence in 2009 for her chapter on women in Asian Pentecostalism.

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Women's Leadership in Asia and Their Influence on Global Christianity (GPS 2023)

In various Asian countries, women have suffered from gender inequity regarding access to leadership positions, career prospects, and education.

However, as time passes, society and the church allow women to benefit from opportunities to pursue teaching and higher education jobs.

The place of women in the Asian Church and their global impact on Christianity are apparent.

Some Asian women impacted the scholarly community of local and international churches.

It will be a great help to other women to see their distinct and essential roles in influencing worldwide Christianity through my perspective on my journey through academic environments and sharing with other women researchers.

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Singapore: The Antioch of Asia? (EAPS 2025)

Singapore is emerging as what might be termed “the Antioch of Pentecostalism” in the East. Its geographical advantage, stability and multiculturalism is establishing it as a Pentecostal epicentre. Its thriving Pentecostal community, comprising churches and educational institutions, is a launching pad for Pentecostal missions to neighbouring regions. However, several challenges loom. Singapore’s laws to maintain social harmony necessitates the rethinking of Pentecostal worship and evangelism. Pentecostalism faces resistance and competition from established Asian religious traditions, necessitating interfaith dialogue and cooperation. Maintaining the movement’s authenticity is challenging in the cosmopolitan and commercialised city-state, with its global connectivity and openness to all ideas.

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Singapore: The Antioch of Asia? (APS 2025)

Singapore is emerging as what might be termed “the Antioch of Pentecostalism” in the East. Its geographical advantage, stability and multiculturalism is establishing it as a Pentecostal epicentre. Its thriving Pentecostal community, comprising churches and educational institutions, is a launching pad for Pentecostal missions to neighbouring regions. However, several challenges loom. Singapore’s laws to maintain social harmony necessitates the rethinking of Pentecostal worship and evangelism. Pentecostalism faces resistance and competition from established Asian religious traditions, necessitating interfaith dialogue and cooperation. Maintaining the movement’s authenticity is challenging in the cosmopolitan and commercialised city-state, with its global connectivity and openness to all ideas.

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